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Title:
The American Gentleman's Guide to Politeness and Fashion
or, Familiar Letters to his Nephews
Note: Reading ease score: 52.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary: "The American Gentleman's Guide to Politeness and Fashion" by Henry Lunettes is a collection of instructional letters written in the mid-19th century. This guide offers advice on the art of politeness and the nuances of fashion for young gentlemen, emphasizing the importance of personal presentation and social etiquette. With a focus on dressing appropriately and cultivating good manners, it aims to equip its readers with the knowledge to navigate social situations with grace and refinement. At the start of the book, Lunettes introduces his project by addressing his young male relatives, expressing his intention to discuss various aspects of gentlemanly behavior, beginning with an emphasis on dress. He outlines the significance of adhering to fashion while also advocating for individual taste, and he critiques the eccentricities of certain styles that stray too far from conventional propriety. Through anecdotes and practical advice, Lunettes further exemplifies the connection between one's appearance and character, establishing a foundation on which the following letters will build elaborate discussions on manners, accomplishments, and the moral education of a gentleman. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Conkling, Margaret C. (Margaret Cockburn), 1814-1890
EBook No.: 39005
Published: Feb 28, 2012
Downloads: 156
Language: English
Subject: Etiquette
LoCC: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Ethics, Social usages, Etiquette, Religion
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
The American Gentleman's Guide to Politeness and Fashion
or, Familiar Letters to his Nephews
Note: Reading ease score: 52.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Julia Miller, Linda Hamilton, and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
(This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)
Summary: "The American Gentleman's Guide to Politeness and Fashion" by Henry Lunettes is a collection of instructional letters written in the mid-19th century. This guide offers advice on the art of politeness and the nuances of fashion for young gentlemen, emphasizing the importance of personal presentation and social etiquette. With a focus on dressing appropriately and cultivating good manners, it aims to equip its readers with the knowledge to navigate social situations with grace and refinement. At the start of the book, Lunettes introduces his project by addressing his young male relatives, expressing his intention to discuss various aspects of gentlemanly behavior, beginning with an emphasis on dress. He outlines the significance of adhering to fashion while also advocating for individual taste, and he critiques the eccentricities of certain styles that stray too far from conventional propriety. Through anecdotes and practical advice, Lunettes further exemplifies the connection between one's appearance and character, establishing a foundation on which the following letters will build elaborate discussions on manners, accomplishments, and the moral education of a gentleman. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Conkling, Margaret C. (Margaret Cockburn), 1814-1890
EBook No.: 39005
Published: Feb 28, 2012
Downloads: 156
Language: English
Subject: Etiquette
LoCC: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Ethics, Social usages, Etiquette, Religion
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.